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How to Write Songs About Mystery
How to Write Songs About Specific Emotions

How to Write Songs About Mystery

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 2, 2025
You want a song that smells like fog, late night texts from unknown numbers, and a little danger wrapped in velvet. You want listeners ...
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How to Write Punk Rock Lyrics
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How to Write Punk Rock Lyrics

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 1, 2025
You want words that hit like a thrown shoe at the encore. You want lines that fit in a mosh pit and also feel like a secret note shoved...
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Rap Opera Songwriting Advice
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Rap Opera Songwriting Advice

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 2, 2025
You want a rap opera that punches like a Kendrick verse and soars like Pavarotti in the same breath. You want the crowd to nod, then cr...
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Work For Hire Language On Your Own Masters - Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid
Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid

Work For Hire Language On Your Own Masters - Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 6, 2025
If you think signing a contract that says work for hire will make your life easier, stop right there. That phrase can be a career landm...
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How to Write Free Tekno Lyrics
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How to Write Free Tekno Lyrics

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 1, 2025
You want vocals that make a sound system sweat. You want phrases people can scream at three in the morning while the LED fog eats their...
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Rick Rubin, Owner at ANTI- Contact Details
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Rick Rubin, Owner at ANTI- Contact Details

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
December 4, 2024
Rick Rubin is a household name in the music industry, renowned for his exceptional production skills and his ability to bring out the b...
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Songwriting Help

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 1, 2025
You need a song that hooks people within the first ten seconds. You also want a process that does not make you want to throw your lapto...
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Mike Caren, Exec. VP of A&R at Elektra Music Contact Details
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Mike Caren, Exec. VP of A&R at Elektra Music Contact Details

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
July 21, 2024
Mike Caren is a highly respected and influential figure in the music industry, serving as the Executive Vice President of A&R at El...
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How to Write a Song About Positive Thinking
How to Write Songs About Life Situations

How to Write a Song About Positive Thinking

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 2, 2025
You want a song that lifts people up without making them roll their eyes. You want words that feel honest even when they aim for optimi...
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Rob Figarola, President/Founder at Restless Management Contact Details
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Rob Figarola, President/Founder at Restless Management Contact Details

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
September 29, 2024
As a musician, getting in touch with industry professionals like Rob Figarola, President and Founder of Restless Management, can be a g...
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